Father WASP
Flats Noob
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- Oct 22, 2002
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Hopefully, the references to Hollings participating in spring practice refer to conditioning, not contact. Don't want to prejudge without all the facts, but when I read he would be particpating I immediately thought someone had to be out of their mind. Tony proved what he can do, the starting job should be his alone to start 03, and he needs to do nothing apart from watching to keep up with the mental and rehabing the knee.
Please let us know if anyone has facts.
Next question. What is our offensive philosophy? I fear that BOB tutored under the Fridge, and over time we continue to try to do things that we can't. When Friedgen was here we used the Tight End and Fullback much more. Since we no longer have a Wilder, or a fullback per se anymore, I believe we put more pressure on the remainder of the playbook because we've ripped that piece out of it.
As for the running back situation, I can't get real excited about recruiting credentials, until we understand the behind the scenes facts regarding Dixon. What I'm referring to is this. Guys like Clinkscale proved they can contribute if given a chance. Vs. Fresno, Ace broke loose and happened to fumble. No different than the Bilbo interceptions, this was a simple mistake, but I noticed he was yanked. This kid looked like he was ready for a big day. Is he relegated to the doghouse now? Another mystery is Dixon. This kid was All-State and Player of year in Texas. We were desperate for runners and he never saw the field. Except for the spring, I never get to see practice, but from everything I see and hear he is a good kid who can play. Instead we inserted Sampson, and no knock cause I'm sure he was giving his all, but at 170 lbs. I was concerned for his safety.
Information would be helpful.
We need a big, bruising fullback to lead block if Hollings stands a chance at tailback. I have no idea who they intend to try there if Jackson is still out.
Please let us know if anyone has facts.
Next question. What is our offensive philosophy? I fear that BOB tutored under the Fridge, and over time we continue to try to do things that we can't. When Friedgen was here we used the Tight End and Fullback much more. Since we no longer have a Wilder, or a fullback per se anymore, I believe we put more pressure on the remainder of the playbook because we've ripped that piece out of it.
As for the running back situation, I can't get real excited about recruiting credentials, until we understand the behind the scenes facts regarding Dixon. What I'm referring to is this. Guys like Clinkscale proved they can contribute if given a chance. Vs. Fresno, Ace broke loose and happened to fumble. No different than the Bilbo interceptions, this was a simple mistake, but I noticed he was yanked. This kid looked like he was ready for a big day. Is he relegated to the doghouse now? Another mystery is Dixon. This kid was All-State and Player of year in Texas. We were desperate for runners and he never saw the field. Except for the spring, I never get to see practice, but from everything I see and hear he is a good kid who can play. Instead we inserted Sampson, and no knock cause I'm sure he was giving his all, but at 170 lbs. I was concerned for his safety.
Information would be helpful.
We need a big, bruising fullback to lead block if Hollings stands a chance at tailback. I have no idea who they intend to try there if Jackson is still out.
